Badriya Mohammed Salim Al Balushi
Research topic: Exploring the Omani Government’s Communication Strategies about Renewable Energy Transition
Supervisors: Dr Jagadish Thaker and Dr Lemi Baruh
Research interests: Public relations, strategic communication, clean energy, digital communication, media studies
Qualifications: Master of Public Relations and Professional Communication, The University of Queensland; Bachelor of Public Relations, University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Nizwa, Oman
Publications
Al Balushi, B. (2015). An analysis of eBay’s communication response to the hacking crisis and the impact on users’ trust and behavioural intentions. International Journal of Arts & Sciences, CD-ROM. ISSN, 6934(08), 07.
Researcher biography
Badriya is a PhD candidate and communications educator with a diverse background in academia and journalism. From 2015 to 2023, she served as a lecturer at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Oman, where she taught Public Relations, Mass Communication, and Research Methods. Her teaching focused on fostering practical skills and critical thinking in communication. In parallel with her academic career, Badriya worked as a news writer for the Oman Daily Observer from 2011 to 2020, contributing articles that reflected clarity, accuracy, and journalistic integrity. Her work highlights a commitment to thoughtful communication and a sincere interest in supporting others as they develop their writing and public relations skills.